Rusty Wright
Rusty Wright is an author and lecturer who has spoken on six continents. He holds Bachelor of Science (psychology) and Master of Theology degrees from Duke and Oxford universities, respectively. www.RustyWright.com/
Is Casual Sex Losing its Zing?
Hot news from CNN: Some university students are giving up casual sexual activity because they feel it’s not fulfilling. I am not making this up. Take, for instance, Vanderbilt University student Frannie Boyle. She told CNN that, in the past, she sometimes drank to excess before parties and hooked up with a stranger or acquaintance […] Read More >
4 Causes + 1 Solution to Anxiety
“Death is the only joy, and the only release.” “Contrary to popular belief, there is no hope.” What gloomy thoughts. The first came from the classified section of a college newspaper, the second from an anonymous inscription on a classroom blackboard. Both exhibit what psychologists call “existential anxiety”—frustration with a meaningless existence. I was plagued […] Read More >
7 Questions Skeptics Ask
Questions of faith Picture the scene. You’re discussing your faith with a coworker or neighbor, perhaps over lunch or coffee. You explain your beliefs but your friend has questions: How could a loving God allow evil and suffering? The Bible is full of contradictions. What about people who’ve never heard of Jesus? How do you […] Read More >
9/11 and You
What were your feelings that tragic day? Shock? Fear? Anger? Confusion? Sadness? How do you process those feelings now, as reminders of the attacks come in anniversary commemorations and media coverage? Nearly two-thirds of American Red Cross 9/11 adult counselees still grieve, according to a study of those directly affected by the attacks.. Read More >
A Doctor’s Journey with Cancer
When you suddenly learn you might have only 18 months to live, it’s a good time to sort out what really matters in life. Last December, Yang Chen, MD, dismissed an aching pain under his shoulder as muscle strain. Five weeks later, as the pain persisted, a chest x-ray brought shocking results: possible lung cancer […] Read More >
A Little “Kramer” in All of Us?
Comedian Michael Richards—“Kramer” on TV’s Seinfeld—saw his racist tirade at African-American hecklers ignite a firestorm. Mel Gibson, whose earlier anti-Semitic rant made headlines, said he felt compassion for Richards.{1} Lots of people have dark sides. Maybe everyone. Maybe you. I do. Remember Susan Hawk? Her infamous diatribe against another CBS Survivor contestant declared if she […] Read More >
Advocacy Apologetics: Finding Common Ground
As you examine your life, can you think of any lessons you wish you had learned earlier than you did? I’m really glad I learned this lesson very early in my career as a Christian communicator. It’s made a world of difference. God has graciously sent me presenting Christ and biblical truth on six continents […] Read More >
Americans Flunk Religion 101
Would you pass this quiz? America is full of religious people, but Americans know surprisingly little about religion. In fact, many atheists and agnostics know more about world faiths than do believers. So concluded a recent Pew Research Center survey on religious knowledge in America. For instance, Pew’s quiz revealed that only about half of […] Read More >
An Easter Story Worth Remembering
You’ve probably seen Santa Claus; but have you ever seen the Easter Bunny? As a small child, I enjoyed visiting Santa at a local department store at Christmastime. My parents would take me downtown to the jolly bearded man in the red suit. I felt comfortable climbing into his lap, telling him my wish list […] Read More >
Anxious for Nothing
This is the transcript of a Probe radio program, adapted from an earlier magazine article by the author. What makes you feel anxious? What do you worry about? Finances? Conflict at work or with your neighbors? Making today’s appointment on time? Perhaps your family or your health. Anxiety seems to be everywhere these days. September […] Read More >